MBAKA (NGBAKA) MASK 13, DRC

The MBAKA (or NGBAKA) people of northwest Zaire use masks representing
ancestor spirits in elaborate initiation ceremonies. With similarities in
style to Bembe and especially Lega masks, Mbaka masks are recognizable primarilly
for their ridged noses.

Despite its appearance, this Mbaka mask shows no evidence of age or
use and was probably made to be sold.